Publisher's Synopsis
The Private Journal of F. S. Larpent V2: Judge Advocate General of the British Forces in the Peninsula is a historical book written by F. Seymour Larpent. The book is a compilation of the personal journal entries of Larpent, who served as the Judge Advocate General of the British Forces during the Peninsular War. The Peninsular War was a military conflict fought by the British and their allies against the French Empire in Spain and Portugal between 1807 and 1814. Larpent's journal entries provide a unique insight into the daily life of a high-ranking British military officer during this time period. The entries cover a wide range of topics, including military strategy, tactics, and logistics, as well as personal observations about the people and places he encountered during his travels. Volume 2 of the book covers the period from 1810 to 1813, a crucial time in the Peninsular War. During this period, the British and their allies launched a series of offensives against the French, culminating in the Battle of Vitoria in 1813, which was a decisive victory for the British. Overall, The Private Journal of F. S. Larpent V2: Judge Advocate General of the British Forces in the Peninsula is a fascinating historical document that provides a firsthand account of one of the most important military conflicts of the early 19th century. It is a must-read for anyone interested in military history or the history of the British Empire.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
